Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation

Supporting children with #Microcephaly & their families in Africa | Fighting stigma, raising awareness, building hope 🌍

Every child matters, beyond Limits.

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

Microcephaly is a rare neurological condition that affects children globally. Sadly, Africa has almost no dedicated research or awareness around it. That’s why Care Beyond Limits exists—to bring change, hope, and resources. These children matter. 💙
#MicrocephalyinAfrica

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

A beautiful milestone! Last week we checked in on Gianna & her mum. Thanks to therapy, Gianna’s spine is getting stronger & she’ll soon sit unsupported! Her mum is thriving mentally & her business is doing well. Proud to witness this progress. #ThisIsHerStory #CareBeyondLimits

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

MYTH: "Microcephaly only affects the child."
​It impacts the whole family caregivers carry the mental load, families face financial stress, and communities deal with stigma.
​CBL doesn't just support the child; we support everyone.
​👉 https://t.co/DKgmpcnWj8
#MythBusted

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

The myth: "Nothing can be done for these kids."
The reality: Early intervention (speech, physio, OT) works wonders.
​The real issue is access, not capability. We’re changing that.
​Support the families proving the science right every day: https://t.co/DKgmpcnWj8

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

MYTH: "Microcephaly is too rare to worry about."
Oh honey, no.
The global rate is approximately 1 in 800 births. In Africa with higher risk factors the numbers are even greater.
It's not rare. It's ignored. we're here to fix.
Share this. Tag someone. Demand better.
#MythBusted

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

Check out the latest article our CEO's newsletter: Stigma Is a Public Health Crisis. We must Treat It Like One. https://t.co/K2e1afyFfI via @LinkedIn

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

Early intervention doesn't just help children with Microcephaly.
It changes their entire trajectory.
Speech, Physio. Occupational therapy. Caregiver support.
In Africa, most families access none.
We're changing that & we need your help.
Donate today: https://t.co/tq6cuZkKAp

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

He is 1 & 1/2 years old.
He has a smile that takes over every room.
Last week he held his head up for 8 seconds.
His family celebrated like it was the World Cup. They were right to.
Fund his next milestone → Link in bio.
#EveryChildHasAStory #CareBeyondLimits #BehindTheDiagnosis

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

She didn't apply for this role.
She carries the physical labour. The mental load. The grief nobody talks about. And the love that never, not once clocks off.
She deserves more than our admiration. She deserves real support.
We're building it → Link in bio.
#SeeHer

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

5:30am: The morning routine that is also therapy.
9am: The therapy session they can barely afford.
2pm: A 3 second milestone that feels like everything.
11pm: The caregiver, alone, carrying tomorrow already.
This is what our days look like.
Help us walk these days with families

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

The village is open. 💛
Donate. Volunteer. Advocate. Partner.
Every role matters. Every person counts. Every action builds something that lasts.
Join the village today → Link in bio.
#JoinTheVillage #ItTakesAVillage #CareBeyondLimits #MicrocephalyinAfrica

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

500+ families. 120+ volunteers. 12 countries. 300+ Monthly Champions.
This village didn't build itself.
You built it. 💛
And there is still room for more. 🔗 Link in bio.
#WhatCommunityLooksLike #CareBeyondLimits #ItTakesAVillage

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

She found us at 2am on her kitchen floor.
He volunteered his design skills and never stopped.
She gives $25 a month, quietly, powerfully.
He offers pro-bono therapy to 8 children and counting.
This is our village. 💛
Who are you in this story?
#MeetOurVillage #ItTakesAVillage

[United Nations @UN]

“Today and every day, the United Nations is proud to work with African countries to build the peaceful, prosperous and sustainable future all Africans – and our world – deserve.”

@antonioguterres on Monday’s #AfricaDay.

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

To every family who walked out of a hospital with a Microcephaly diagnosis and felt completely alone...

This is for you. 💛

You found us. And you are not alone anymore.
Come in. The village is open. 🔗 Link in bio.
#ItTakesAVillage #YouAreNotAlone #MicrocephalyAfrica

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

We are done asking politely. Here is what we demand for every child with Microcephaly in Africa:
✊ Mandatory early screening
✊ Post-diagnosis support pathways
✊ Government-funded therapy
✊ Legal recognition of caregivers
✊ A seat at the policy table
#HereIsWhatWeAreDemanding

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

After Zika, Brazil built a national Microcephaly support system in 2 years.
In Kenya. In Nigeria. In Ghana.
A mother gets a diagnosis and goes home alone.
Africa has the need. Where is the will?
#WhatOtherCountriesGetRight #CareBeyondLimits #MicrocephalyinAfrica

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

Kenya. Nigeria. Ghana. South Africa.
All have disability legislation.
None specifically protect children with Microcephaly.
The frameworks exist. The political will does not.
We're calling it out.
Share this.
#WhereIsThePolicy #CareBeyondLimits
#MicrocephalyinAfrica

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

In Kenya, a Microcephaly diagnosis comes with one thing: a door out of the hospital.
No referral. No therapy. No support. Just a family left alone.
The system didn't forget these children. It was never built for them
We're changing that. Stand with us → Link in bio.

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

$10/month = therapy. Community. Hope.
Become a Monthly Champion for children with Microcephaly in Africa.
One decision. Every month. Real change.
👉 https://t.co/3Pe1mwmlnb | #MonthlyChampion #CareBeyondLimits #MicrocephalyinAfrica

[Care Beyond Limits-Microcephaly Africa Foundation @CareBeyondLimit]

She found us at 2am. Desperate. Alone. Scared.
Today she's a pillar of our caregiver community.
Your donation makes stories like this possible.
👉 https://t.co/3Pe1mwmlnb | #RealStories #CareBeyondLimits #MicrocephalyAfrica